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What to see in Chengdu

Chengdu Attractions

Chengdu is a hidden gem for many tourists. Travellers are most
commonly drawn to the area by the Chengdu Panda Breeding and
Research Centre, but once there they discover many other
interesting things to see and do in Chengdu.

Pandas are justifiably Chengdu's biggest attraction and the
Chengdu Panda Breeding and Research Centre is much more than a zoo.
The centre rehabilitates and breeds a number of animals besides the
loveable Giant Pandas, including Red Pandas, South China Tigers,
and Golden Monkeys; it is an absolute must for anybody who loves
animals and is interested in wildlife conservation. For a special
donation, visitors can even hold a panda cub.

Another popular excursion from Chengdu is a trip to Mount
Qincheng, which is very close to the city. The mountain is a great
hiking destination with lots of historical and cultural places of
interest as well as natural wonders.

Travellers interested in archeology and ancient civilizations
should visit the Jinsha Site Museum, which is located on the site
where archeologists unearthed an ancient village of the Shu Kingdom
(220 - 280 AD) and displays some wonderful ancient relics and
artefacts. A good companion site in town is the Wuhou Memorial
Temple, which has shrines to the ministers of the Shu Kingdom.

Other attractions in Chengdu include Wenshu Temple, the city's
largest Buddhist temple complex, and People's Park, a big public
park with a number of attractions, including a rather odd
underground museum. Kuanzhai Ancient Street is also worth visiting:
it is a trendy shopping street and cultural hot spot as well as a
historic preservation area with several ancient structures.
Kuanzhai and the charming Jinli Alley are the best places for
bargain hunting and sampling local cuisine.

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